We have been working our way through the alphabet with art. It just happened that the month of December and crafts that start with the letter H matched up. This week we are working on Herbs for Solstice, a Halo and a Hanukkah Star. (We know some people spell it ‘Chanukah’).

In our first project we are using herbs to learn about how some people celebrate Solstice. These herbs are used to celebrate on the longest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, December 21st.

Solstice Herbs

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Supplies:

1. Copy of herbs
2. Crayons or Markers
3. Glue stick
4. Green construction paper
5. Scissors

Directions:

1. Print out a copy of herbs.
2. Have your little artist color the herbs.
3. Cut out 6 or more strips of green paper.
4. Teach your artist how to make a paper chain.
5. Cut out herbs and have your artist glue them to the chain.
6. Hang to display.

We all think our little artists are angels, don’t we? Now with this art project they can make their own halos and look like one!

Halo

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Supplies:

1. 2 paper plates
2. Sponges
3. Gold paint
4. Scissors
5. Newspaper

Directions:

1. Cover work surface with newspaper.
2. Pour small amount of gold paint onto one paper plate.
3. Place the second plate face down on newspaper.
4. Teach your little artist to sponge paint the bottom of the paper plate.
5. Allow to dry completely.
6. Cut the center of the paper plate out.
7. Wear your halo.

Our last December project that begins with the letter H is a Hanukkah star, also known as the Star of David. This blue and white craft project is sure to kick off this eight day celebration in fine fashion!

Hanukkah Star of David

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Supplies:

1. Card stock-1 piece
2. Sponges
3. Scissors
4. Small paper plate
5. White paint
6. Blue construction paper

Directions:

1. Print out Star of David onto card stock.
2. Cut out star.
3. Pour small amount of white paint onto small paper plate.
4. Place card stock star on blue paper. Hold in place.
5. Teach your little artist to sponge paint all around card stock star.
6. Lift the star to reveal the reverse painting.

For more December-themed projects, click HERE.

We hope you had fun learning about December projects and the letter H. We know whatever project your little artists make, you will be telling them, “You’re so creative!”